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O Lord, this material body is a place of ignorance, and the senses are a network of paths to death. Somehow, we have fallen into this ocean of material sense enjoyment, and of all the senses the tongue is most voracious and uncontrollable, it is very difficult to conquer the tongue in this world. But You, dear Kṛṣṇa, are very kind to us and have given us such nice prasāda, just to control the tongue. Now we take this prasāda to our full satisfaction and glorify You Lord-Rādhā and Kṛṣṇa-and in love call for the help of Lord Caitanya and Nityānanda.
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About Sarira Avidya Jala
The first Prasada-sevaya verse, a short grace recited before honoring prasadam, acknowledging the body's bondage in ignorance and sense gratification and thanking Krishna for food that strengthens devotional service instead.
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Who wrote Sarira Avidya Jala?
Sarira Avidya Jala was composed by Bhaktivinoda Thakura. It appears in Songs of Vaishnava Acaryas.
What is the meaning of Sarira Avidya Jala?
O Lord, this material body is a place of ignorance, and the senses are a network of paths to death. Somehow, we have fallen into this ocean of material sense enjoyment, and of all the senses the tongue is most voracious and uncontrollable, it is very difficult to conquer the tongue in this world. But You, dear Kṛṣṇa, are very kind to us and have given us such nice prasāda, just to control the tongue. Now we take this prasāda to our full satisfaction and glorify You Lord-Rādhā and Kṛṣṇa-and in love call for the help of Lord Caitanya and Nityānanda.
Where can I listen to Sarira Avidya Jala?
You can listen to 3 recordings of Sarira Avidya Jala on this page, including versions sung by HG Jai Sachinandana Prabhu, HG Jai Sachinandana Prabhu (01), HG Vaisesika Prabhu.
How many verses does Sarira Avidya Jala have?
Sarira Avidya Jala has 1 verse.
Can I download Sarira Avidya Jala as a PPT or PDF?
Yes. A ready-to-display slide deck for Sarira Avidya Jala — verse and translation on each slide — is available to download in both PowerPoint (.pptx) and PDF formats from this page, for use in kirtan or temple programs.